Life of Sir Roderick I. Murchison Vol. 2Based on His Journals and Letters |
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Author:
| Geikie, Archibald |
Series title: | Cambridge Library Collection - Earth Science Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-1-108-07234-2 |
Publication Date: | Jun 2011 |
Publisher: | Cambridge University Press
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Book Format: | Paperback |
List Price: | USD $50.99 |
Book Description:
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Sir Roderick Impey Murchison (1792-1871) was an influential Scottish geologist best known for his classification of the Silurian system of rock strata. These volumes, first published in 1875, contain a detailed biography, providing a fascinating insight into his life and work. Volume 1 describes his life until 1842.
Sir Roderick Impey Murchison (1792-1871) was an influential Scottish geologist best known for his classification of the Silurian system of rock strata. These volumes, first published in 1875, contain a detailed biography, providing a fascinating insight into his life and work. Volume 1 describes his life until 1842.